Welcome to Shakopee!
Located in the southwest corner of the Twin Cities metropolitan area, along the Minnesota River, Shakopee is a thriving community that offers the friendly, charming atmosphere of a small town and the advantages of a vibrant metropolitan area.
Founded in 1857 as a booming river town, Shakopee is a city rich in history yet forward-thinking as new modes of transportation, enterprise, recreation and employment have made it a growing, modern suburb. With more than 40,000 residents, Shakopee is the county seat of Scott County, recently one of the fastest growing counties in the United States.
Shakopee is known as a regional entertainment destination, home to attractions such as Valleyfair Amusement Park and Canterbury Park Racetrack. It also has a unique downtown central business district, expansive business park, high-quality regional medical center and a diverse, top-notch school district.
Shakopee is a great place to live, work and play!
